Motorcycle License in Hawaii

Wouldn't you like to experience all of Hawaii's natural wonders while enjoying the freedom that comes with riding a motorcycle? If so, consider applying for a Hawaii Class 2 motorcycle license.

Each Hawaiian island/county sets its own licensing processes. Therefore, this guide will outline general requirements for getting your Hawaii motorcycle credentials. If you'd like information specific to your Hawaiian county, please contact your local driver licensing office.

New to Hawaii

If you just moved to the state of Hawaii but already have a motorcycle license/endorsement from another state, you can transfer your credentials.

In general, to transfer your out-of-state motorcycle license/endorsement to Hawaiian credentials, visit your local HI driver licensing office and do the following:

When you get your instruction permit, you'll be able to practice driving a motorcycle on Hawaii public roads and highways. If your motorcycle permit expires, you'll have to wait 3 months before applying for another.

Permit Restrictions

Though you're probably eager to get out on the road and ride, you should keep the following restrictions in mind. While you practice riding your motorcycle with an instruction permit, you are prohibited from:

Transporting passengers.

Driving during hours when it's dark and/or the lighting isn't ideal.

Getting Your Hawaii Motorcycle License

In order to get your HI motorcycle license, you'll need to present the following at your county's local driver licensing office:

Motorcycle Education in HI

Motorcycle education is an excellent (and in some cases, mandatory) resource to have when applying for your Hawaii motorcycle license. In Hawaii, completing a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic RiderCourse allows you to waive the motorcycle road skills test. Additionally, the course is mandatory for riders between 16 and 18 years old.

In the course you'll learn about things like:

Sharing the road and communicating with other drivers.

Making smooth turns.

Scoping out the best and safest riding paths.

Procedure in emergency situations.

Generally MSF education courses, which are approved by the HI Department of Transportation, are provided by community colleges and universities in each Hawaiian county. You can use the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's course search tool to find the motorcycle education provider closest to you.

Hawaii Motorcycle License Fees

The fees associated with getting your motorcycle license in the state of Hawaii vary depending on which county you're applying in. The fees perwritten knowledge exam in each HI county are as follows: